Head of Financial Accounting

Seymour John Public Services (Midlands) Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public service organization is seeking a Head of Financial Accounting to lead financial operations and ensure compliance with regulations. The role involves managing audits, financial reporting, and treasury operations while developing a high-performing team to support organizational objectives. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with expertise in charity accounting and strong analytical skills, ready to make a positive impact in a forward-thinking team.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in financial reporting and audit.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and charity accounting.
• Experience in managing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of statutory financial accounts.
• Manage annual audit process.
• Oversee monthly accounting close and communicate results.

Skills

Financial reporting

Audit

Treasury management

UK GAAP

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)

Job description

Job Title:Head of Financial Accounting

Location:UK wide - Fully remote with some occasional onsite presence required

Salary:£62,000 - £76,000 per annum plus car allowance

Organisation

Join us in making a meaningful impact when people need it most. For over a century, we have provided essential support to individuals facing financial hardship. As we continue to grow, our mission is to reach even more people and offer them the help they need.

To achieve this, we are looking for passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and contribute to a forward-thinking organisation. By working together, we can strengthen our impact and ensure vital services remain accessible for generations to come. If you're ready to be part of a team that is creating positive change, we invite you to join us in building a brighter future—together.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of statutory financial accounts and ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Manage the annual audit process and maintain strong relationships with external auditors.
• Oversee the monthly accounting close and communicate corporate financial results to senior leadership and trustees.
• Maintain and enhance financial systems, policies, and internal controls.
• Direct treasury operations, managing cash flow and investment portfolios.
• Oversee purchase and sales ledger functions and capital accounting.
• Provide technical accounting advice to internal stakeholders.
• Support performance reporting and organisational KPIs in collaboration with data teams.
• Lead and develop a high-performing financial accounting team in line with the organisation’s values.

Role-specific knowledge & skills

Essential

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
• Expertise in financial reporting, audit, and treasury management
• Strong technical understanding of UK GAAP and charity accounting
• Experience in managing teams and leading finance functions
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Experience in the charity or nonprofit sector
• Experience with financial systems upgrades

Further information

For further information, please contact John Lavictoire